Public opinion and media debates around Joe Rogan—discover key moments of controversy.
Joe Rogan is an American podcaster, comedian, UFC color commentator, actor, and former television host. He is best known for hosting 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' a highly influential podcast where he engages in wide-ranging conversations with guests on topics like current events, comedy, politics, science, and martial arts. His podcast boasts a large audience and significant cultural impact.
1993: Initial Accusations of Joke Thievery
Since 1993, Joe Rogan had been accusing comedian Carlos Mencia of joke thievery.
2005: Accusations of Joke Thievery
In 2005, Joe Rogan accused comedian Carlos Mencia of joke thievery in a blog entry on his website.
February 2007: Confronts Carlos Mencia On Stage
In February 2007, Joe Rogan confronted Carlos Mencia on stage at The Comedy Store in Hollywood, escalating a long-standing accusation of joke thievery.
2010: Accuses Dane Cook of Joke Thievery
In 2010, Joe Rogan accused comedian Dane Cook of joke thievery, adding another instance to his public criticism of other comedians.
April 2021: Makes Contentious Remarks About COVID-19 Vaccines
In April 2021, Joe Rogan made contentious remarks about COVID-19 vaccines, particularly claiming that young, healthy people do not need to be vaccinated against the virus.
January 2022: Scientists Express Concern Over Misinformation
In January 2022, 270 scientists, physicians, professors, doctors, and healthcare workers wrote an open letter to Spotify expressing concern over "false and societally harmful assertions" on "The Joe Rogan Experience".
January 24, 2022: Neil Young Demands Removal From Spotify
On January 24, 2022, Neil Young demanded that Spotify remove his music if they would not remove "The Joe Rogan Experience", citing concerns about misinformation.
February 4, 2022: Spotify Removes 70 Rogan Episodes
On February 4, 2022, Spotify removed 70 episodes of Joe Rogan's podcast, selected by Rogan himself, due to racially insensitive language.
February 2022: Rogan Apologizes for Racial Slurs
In February 2022, Joe Rogan apologized after a compilation of him saying the racial slur "nigger" on "The Joe Rogan Experience" was shared on Instagram. He called his past language "regretful and shameful".
February 2022: Spotify Removes Episodes
In February 2022, Spotify removed 113 episodes of "The Joe Rogan Experience" due to racially insensitive language.
April 2022: Comments on Transgender Women in Sports
In April 2022, Joe Rogan made comments about transgender women competing in women's sports, including MMA matches, and transgender swimmer Lia Thomas.
October 2022: Shares Litter Boxes in Schools Hoax
In October 2022, Joe Rogan shared the widely discredited litter boxes in schools hoax while interviewing Tulsi Gabbard on his show.
February 2023: Makes Comments About Jewish People and Money
During an episode of his podcast in February 2023, Joe Rogan stated the "idea that Jewish people are not into money is ridiculous." His comments were condemned as reflecting "antisemitic tropes about Jews and money."
February 2024: Rogan's Podcast Controversy over AIDS
In February 2024, Joe Rogan made controversial statements on his podcast with Bret Weinstein regarding party drugs and AIDS, referencing AIDS denialist Peter Duesberg. This led to criticism from the American Foundation for AIDS Research for "disseminating false information".
March 2024: Describes Israel's Actions as "Genocide"
In March 2024, Joe Rogan described Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip as a "genocide".
April 2024: Lawsuit Filed Against Onnit
In April 2024, a lawsuit was filed against Onnit, alleging that its 'Alpha BRAIN' supplement performed no better than a placebo and was surrounded by "false, misleading and deceptive advertising".
November 2024: Criticizes Biden and Zelenskyy
In November 2024, Joe Rogan criticized President Joe Biden for allowing Ukraine to strike back at mainland Russia with US-supplied missiles. He also criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.